Businessman appointed leader in Haiti amid gang violence
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A wealthy businessman became the head of Haiti's transitional presidential council tasked with restoring order in the troubled country as a top gang leader underscored the challenges facing the nation by vowing to overthrow the government.
Breakdown
- Laurent Sensi, a businessman, was appointed head of Haiti's transitional presidential council.
- This is the first time private sector members have held both the rotating presidency and prime minister roles. 21s
- Sensi called for urgent action to restore state authority and stop ongoing violence. 35s
- A powerful gang federation threatened to overthrow the government, with gunfire reported in the capital. 44s
- Haitians circulated warnings about violence as Sensi's swearing-in ceremony approached. 59s